Names have meaning. For some, the name “Audubon” means Christmas bird counts, sharing lifer pies, and fighting for habitat. For others, Audubon means they are not welcome.

Native Gardening creates habitats that support a wide variety of birds. Adapted to local environmental conditions, native plants require less water, are pest resistant and generally low maintenance.

Stop by and visit with Sacramento Audubon’s Outreach team at upcoming community events.

Join us online on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 7pm for Survival in an unpredictable world: how birds flexibly respond to environmental stressors presented by Jamie Cornelius.

The Elko County Sage-grouse Experience takes place once each spring. Register for this FREE event by sending an email to sage@nnsg.org.

Almost anywhere along the American River Parkway is good birding in April. Here are some additional suggested birding spots from veteran birder, Cathie LaZier.

Spring migration starts February 15 and lasts through May. Help birds migrate safely by turning the lights out!

With many winter birds still around and early spring migrants starting to arrive March is a great time for birding in the Sacramento Area.

Every March, the Effie Yeaw Nature Center offers two special weekend birding walks coupled with wonderful breakfast fare.

Sacramento Valley Conservancy is offering bird walks and an environmental speaker series February through May.